Rainbow Mountain Tour: Scenic Andean Adventure

Embark on a 12-hour guided tour from Cusco to Rainbow Mountain, a sacred site of worship and offerings. Explore stunning landscapes, encounter llamas and alpacas, and marvel at the glacier Ausangate. Breakfast and lunch included.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cusipata - The tour begins in the morning with a convenient hotel pick-up, followed by a scenic drive through Peru’s stunning mountain terrain. The first stop is a quaint town where breakfast will be served, and it will also be the location for lunch in the afternoon.
  • Vinicunca Mountain - Known as Montaña de 7 Colores or Rainbow Mountain,…
What's Included
  • Professional multi-lingual guide (English and Spanish)
  • Transportation with hotel pick up
  • First Aid Kit
  • Breakfast and lunch for 4 am departure
  • Snacks & Lunch for 8am departure
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Horses (available to rent directly in the first town)
  • Drinks
Additional Information

Embark on an extraordinary journey to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) with a guided day tour from Cusco, offering an optional 8AM departure. This later start time provides a more relaxed way to explore one of Peru’s renowned natural marvels, unlike the typical 4AM departures.
Travel through the stunning Andean highlands before starting your hike to Rainbow…

Location
Cusipata
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lyleconnieb
Feb 28, 2026
Fantastic adventure - We had a fantastic adventure. It was challenging but worth the effort Darwin our guide was amazing. Very accommodating to everyone’s physical abilities We encountered a freak thunderstorm with hail and snow and he was the last person off the mountain ensuring everyone’s safety
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Jenny_p
Feb 27, 2026
Incredible experience - The rainbow mountain was very challenging, but our guide was so patient with us. We opted to hike at first and ended up taking horse (s) when it became too difficult. Our guide was extremely supportive during the entire hike.
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Julie_d
Feb 22, 2026
Rainbow Mountain Peru - From beginning to end the tour was well organised and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Highly recommend.
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Snietgen
Feb 15, 2026
Amazing - Great experience, felt like an achievement to make it to the top. Our guide looked after us very well, he was very kind and knowledgeable about the mountain and the area. The weather changed a lot throughout the walk: rain, sun and snow. To note, the hike can be difficult if you’re not acclimatised to the altitude or unfit, there are horses available to hire in case.
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U822etaliciam
Jan 28, 2026
Beautiful panorama and spectacular colors. - I wasn't really on board to do this excursion. Altitude is very high and trek is difficult but so worth it. Many different options to get up to see Rainbow mountain that don't require passing out from lack of oxygen. Not as busy as I had expected and both breakfast and lunch were more than expected. We had plenty of time to explore around and get pictures and everyone was extra helpful and very patient. Absolutely worth the effort and money. Which was not outrageous. Our admission was included in the package so not sure what it was but it was not expensive as the whole tour was not expensive.
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Hong_w
Dec 27, 2025
Friendly and helpful staff - Both the guide and the driver were very friendly. The guide ran back and forth to help everyone in need. Indeed, it's not an easy trip for the guests due to the high elevation. But the guide made sure everyone was well. Really helpful!
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Kristen_j
Dec 27, 2025
10/10 would recommend!!! - Anibal was a FANTASTIC tour guide! Allowed us all the keep the pace at which we were comfortable and helped us all get the experience we wanted! He was extremely knowledgeable about the mountains and community which made the journey that much better!
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Rubie_g
Dec 17, 2025
Unforgettable experience - It was unbelievable and a memorable experience going up to see the rainbow mountain especially if you are not that physically fit . The rented horse did the 80% of the hike and the remaining 20% you will do it yourself. The tour guide (Ruben) was very helpful and supportive. He explained what is going to happen on the hike and he will motivate you not to give up. Most of all, you will never forget your experience as Ruben took beautiful pictures and video’s of you. 😁Overall, I Highly Recommend this tour. For your preparation, I suggest to do a cardio exercise for your breathing and it will help your climb to high altitude.
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L3nitasilva
Dec 12, 2025
Mountain of the Colors - A wonderful place, with a level of difficulty a bit high but nothing impossible!! The view is worth it! Today I would climb on a bike, because though looking the climb is mild, the altitude and the cold end up making the climb quite challenging! Riding a motorcycle and choosing the sculpture of the hand gives beautiful photos
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Evelyn_m
Dec 25, 2025
What a ride ! - Once you get to the top you'll be proud of yourself! Ok I'll be honest the journey to the mountain was long, the restaurant had meh food and it was the same location for breakfast and lunch. I choose to go up the mountain via motorcycle and even once I reached the top I struggled breathing so really take your time. I got some great pics! Glad I pushed myself.
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From $85
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).